FAMILY FUN
Pet-Friendly Outings in
the DMV
BY HEATHER M, ROSS
P ets are an important part of the family, but unfortunately, they’re often left behind when
we go out. Luckily for them, the DMV is the place to be for pet-friendly dining, parks,
painting and playing. Here are six ways you can get the whole family involved and cele-
brate the love and companionship our furry friends give.

Crumbs & Whiskers
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3109 M St. NW, Washington,
D.C. | 11 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Monday,
Wednesday and Thursday;
11 a.m.–8:10 p.m. Friday;
9:40 a.m.–8:10 p.m. Saturday
and Sunday
Dogs get a lot of attention when
it comes to animal-friendly
public spaces, but there’s room
for a family of cat lovers, too.

Crumbs & Whiskers rescues and
helps find homes for homeless
cats—and raises money for
charity! Book your tickets in
the morning
for playful
kittens or later in the day
for a more cuddly experience.

See who’s up for adoption
ahead of time by visiting
crumbsandwhiskers.com Dog-Friendly Dining
529 E. Howell Ave.,
Alexandria, VA | 5-9 p.m.

Monday through Thursday;
5–10 p.m. Friday;
11 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday;
11 a.m.–8 p.m. Sunday
Washington, D.C. has hundreds
of dog-friendly restaurants to
choose from, but how many
of them also have an off-leash
indoor and outdoor dog park?
Barkhaus is a dog-friendly
bar and restaurant that also
offers a doggie daycare ser-
vice for members. If you plan
on bringing your dog with you,
make sure your dog is registered
with proof of vaccination. brews-
kisbarkhaus.com Dawson Farm Park
312 Ritchie Parkway, Rockville,
MD | Sunrise – Sunset
Visit this historic 7.2 acres with your
pets and family to enjoy a nature trail,
park benches, paths, picnic tables
and playground equipment. This
park is an ideal destination to
relax, get fresh air and learn as you
read the many interpretive signs
around the historic granary and
barn. Just remember to bring a
portable water dish and any other
comfort supplies your furry friend
might need!
rockvillemd.gov/Facilities/ Facility/Details/Dawson-Farm-
Park-13 May Flowers: Small
Dog Play Group
1818 2400 R St. NE,
Washington, D.C. | 10 a.m.–
1 p.m., May 20
While a day in the dog park is a
fun family outing, it can be over-
whelming for smaller dogs who
just want their share of the space.

Join other families and small-dog
owners for a leashed stroll through
the Arboretum and a picnic! All
dogs attending must be under
25 pounds and fully vaccinated.

meetup.com/dmv-smalldog-dc/ events/287728010
Walk in the Park
2901 20th St. NE, Washington,
D.C. | Sunrise – Sunset
There’s lots to love and lots to do
as a family at D.C.’s largest dog
park. The Langdon Dog Park is
an 11,500-square-foot off-leash
park with spaces for dogs of all
sizes and dog water fountains.

The park’s play space has gravel,
grass and stumps so your furry
family member can climb, roll
and run. For humans, there are
plenty of benches for when you
want to take a minute to enjoy
the outdoors—or for when
you need to catch your breath.

wagwalking.com/lifestyle/parks/ langdon-dog-park
Paint Your Pet:
Pop Art Workshop
1121 King St., Alexandria, VA |
11 a.m.–1 p.m., May 13
Some of them hiss, some bark
and some meow. Pets come in all
shapes and sizes. Learn how to
paint your pet, no matter what
they look like, in a pop-art style
with Alexandria-based acrylic art-
ist Kellie Sansone. If you can’t
make it to the event in person,
you can order a pop-art paint kit
for your family online. Tickets for
this event are $70. kelliesansone-
creates.com T
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